Here’s a super fun and easy way to make a fireworks painting with the kids. It’s a perfect craft for the Fourth of July, Summer Fun, or even New Year’s Eve Celebrations! As always, I like to keep things simple and fun on the blog. All you’ll need is a piece of paper, a marble, some paint and stuff from the kitchen for this fun craft! Come on in and I’ll share the... read more

How is it May 12th? How did that even happen? Mother’s Day is coming up this weekend, End of the school year is upon us and Memorial Day will be smack in the middle of it all. Summer will be here before we know it and we’ll be celebrating America’s birthday. Speaking of which…Don’t you love patriotic holidays? I thought I’d better get on the ball and round up... read more

I love getting creative with jello! It’s so much fun and it’s always a big hit. My kids just love it. This Jello Creation is perfect for summer treats, and Patriotic Parties. Come to think of it, it’s a good one for Captain America birthday parties, too. As always, I kept it super simple. Come on in and I’ll share the “how to” on this Firecracker Jello Dessert... read more

Hey all! I am bringing this one out of the archives for all of your delicious barbecues this summer! I’m telling you…one bite of grilled meat with this stuff rubbed on will have you hooked for life! You’ll be a lifer! Oh and psst…It’s a great Father’s Day present! Here’s the post with some updated pictures. YUM! I recently put gift baskets together with... read more

Up-cycle your old plastic balls into beautiful rope balls. Use inexpensive clothesline and Rit Dye to transform this project into an accent piece! I made these Red, White, and Blue for America’s summer festivities – Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day! Here’s how you can make these super easy and inexpensive, but beautiful rope balls!: You’ll Need: Clothesline or... read more

Oh my goodness…I just love this cute Uncle Sam hat! How cute would these look on the patriotic decorated table? Or, on a classroom of little ones on Flag Day?! So cute! Here are the instructions: You’ll Need: For each hat: A Clear Solo Cup – 5″ tall A Hole Punch Red ribbon (3 ft.) Red glitter – I like to use the super fine glitter. I think it sticks better Spray... read more

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"Keeping it Simple, because who has time for complicated?" Hi! I'm Melissa, a mom to 4 cute little rugrats, a Volunteer Field Editor for "Taste of Home" Magazine where I review and create recipes, a former elementary school teacher, and the owner of Kid Friendly Things To Do. This is where I love to share all things fun and simple for the whole family (with kids in mind) - Recipe Creations, Crafts, Game Ideas & Fun Foods for Holidays and Special Occasions. Please, come on in... Read More

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